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Where is the cotton producing area?

Cotton producing area

Cotton is suitable for growing in sunny places with loose and deep soil, and it is produced in India and Arabia. China ranks first in the world in cotton production, mainly distributed in Hebei, Anhui, Jiangsu, Hubei, Shandong, Xinjiang and Henan.

The origin of cotton varieties

There are many varieties of cotton. The common varieties are Lu cotton series, Yu cotton series, Xinjiang cotton series and "China" cotton series. In addition, imported cotton includes long-staple cotton and fine-staple cotton. Long-staple cotton is mainly produced in South America, and fine-staple cotton is mainly produced in Central America.

Where is the cotton producing area?

Although cotton is widely distributed, it is mainly a specialty of Xinjiang. Because of sufficient heat and sunshine, less precipitation and large temperature difference between day and night, cotton produced in Xinjiang has the best quality.

Cotton from different producing areas Xinjiang cotton

The main cotton producing areas in Xinjiang are northern Xinjiang, southern Xinjiang and Aksu. Generally, cotton planted in southern Xinjiang will mature in August, and cotton planted in northern Xinjiang will mature in early 10. The biggest feature of cotton produced in Xinjiang is its white color and strong tensile force. Generally, the local listing price is 2 1 yuan a catty.

Shandong cotton

The main cotton producing areas in Shandong are Heze, Binzhou and Dezhou. Generally, cotton in Henan will mature in August. Shandong cotton is characterized by bright luster and long fiber. Generally, the price of local listing is 6 yuan a catty.

Henan cotton

The main cotton producing areas in Henan are Zhengzhou, Nanyang and Xinyang. Generally, cotton planted in Henan will mature in July. The main characteristics of Henan cotton are good color, low short fiber rate and good strength. Generally, the price of local listing is 8 yuan a catty.